- Published: 15 June 2022
- ISBN: 9780241545317
- Imprint: Penguin Classics
- Format: Trade Paperback
- Pages: 160
- RRP: $22.99
The Trouble with Happiness
and Other Stories
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- Published: 15 June 2022
- ISBN: 9780241545317
- Imprint: Penguin Classics
- Format: Trade Paperback
- Pages: 160
- RRP: $22.99
Her writing is incredible, so focused and clear. Not a word that doesn't need to be there
Tracey Thorn
A terrifying talent
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